6 months earlier

MANDY POV

Well, I was never like the mathematician Pascal, that solved Euclides´ 32 propositions at the age of twelve.

Far from that. But I always loved math, and my teacher, Mr. Jackson encouraged me very much. Since I was ten I also took part in math competitions and was used to win.

So, it was natural for him to recommend me to be an intern at ‘Billions Investing Group.’

I was amazed to be introduced to the CEO himself, Mr. Boss.

“Welcome aboard, Mandy. We expect a lot from you.”

“Well, sir, since I´m only 15 and work as an intern, I hope you don´t keep your hopes too high.”

He gave a little laugh. He seemed to be enjoying my answers so far.

“We invest in geniuses. My personal friend Prof. Jackson talked highly of you.”

“What exactly did he say?” I was kind of in shock now.

“He said that you can solve almost any math problem that we present you.”

I couldn´t speak.

“So, you will be part of my trusted team. You´ll start with small tasks, of course, but you can have a solid career with us.”

“I indeed love math. And I´m ready to learn finance.”

“Good. That´s all we ask. But there is no hurry in the process. We will observe your strengths and capacities and work from there. Now, George, my assistant, will take you to your desk. Do you have any questions so far?”

“Are you related to Hugo Boss, sir?”

He laughed again and dismissed me with a friendly nod.

And that´s how a simple internship became a huge thing in my life. Wait until I tell my best friend Steph. She always teases me and calls me the teacher´s pet. Am I really?